assimilation
2 synonyms and 1 antonym for assimilation, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The process of taking in and absorbing something, whether ideas, nutrients, or a group of people into a wider culture.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use assimilation
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
cultural assimilation
process of assimilation
Etymology
From Medieval Latin assimilatio, from "assimilate" plus the noun suffix "-ion".
Full origin of assimilation →Frequently asked questions
What does “assimilation” mean?
The word “assimilation” means the process of taking in and absorbing something, whether ideas, nutrients, or a group of people into a wider culture. In plain terms, the process of becoming similar to, or absorbed into, something else.
How do you pronounce “assimilation”?
“Assimilation” is pronounced uh-sih-muh-LAY-shuhn (/əˌsɪməˈleɪʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “assimilation” in a sentence?
Here is “assimilation” used in a sentence: “The assimilation of new employees into the company culture took months.”
What is the opposite of “assimilation”?
The opposite of “assimilation” — its antonyms — is dissimilation.
What part of speech is “assimilation”?
“Assimilation” is a noun.
Where does the word “assimilation” come from?
The word “assimilation” comes from Medieval Latin. From Medieval Latin assimilatio, from "assimilate" plus the noun suffix "-ion".
Is “assimilation” a common word?
“Assimilation” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C2 level.
How many meanings does “assimilation” have?
“Assimilation” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the process of taking in and absorbing something, whether ideas, nutrients, or a group of people into a wider culture.
